Holidays

U.S. Postal Service planning temporary price hike for holiday season

The U.S. Postal Service is letting customers know it may cost more to ship gifts to their loved ones this year. If approved, the temporary rates will go into effect from Oct. 2 to Jan. 22, 2023. Some increases will be as low as 25 cents while others are more than $6.

6 days ago

Florida troopers: Expect post-holiday traffic patrols through weekend

If you happen to see extra state troopers patrolling Florida roads this week, don’t be alarmed. Florida Highway Patrol says it is continuing its increased safety efforts well into the mid-week as more than 2.3 million residents return home from Independence Day vacations.

July 6

'Boom by the Bay' lights up Tampa sky with city's largest fireworks display

It was a Boom by the Bay unlike any other. The City of Tampa's largest fireworks display ever lit up the night sky across Bayshore Boulevard Monday evening in front of a patient, but excited crowd ringing in their Fourth of July in true Tampa Bay fashion. 

July 4

List: Fourth of July celebrations around Tampa Bay

While some Fourth of July festivities went off with a bang over the weekend, there are still more to come.

July 4

Fireworks safety: How to keep you and your family safe during Fourth of July

Fireworks have been lighting up the skies for days leading up to the Fourth of July holiday, and officials are warning people of the dangers of playing with fireworks, and want everyone to stay safe.

July 4

Soggy start didn't stop crowds, fireworks at Lakeland's 'Red, White & Kaboom'

Despite the rain, it was a packed crowd at Lake Mirror Sunday for the city of Lakeland's ‘Red, White & Kaboom’ Independence Day celebration.

July 4

Where to find Fourth of July fireworks, celebrations around Tampa Bay area

The Tampa Bay Area will be a blast for the Fourth of July this year. Here's a list of where and when you and your family can have some fun in your community.

June 30

AAA offers free 'Tow to Go' program this Fourth of July weekend for impaired drivers

AAA is once again activating its "Tow to Go" program for the Fourth of July weekend, and the service is even available for non-members in order to avoid impaired driving. But they say it should be used as a backup plan.

June 30

July 4th, Tampa style: Boom by the Bay includes boat parade, water ski show

Celebrating America will be more fun than ever at this year's Boom by the Bay celebration along the Tampa Riverwalk.

June 29

Fourth of July and pets: Dogs, cats go missing on the holiday more than any other day

More pets reportedly go missing around the Fourth of July than any other time of the year.

June 29